"An industrial solvent." [ChemIDplus] Used as a solvent for lacquers and coatings; [CAMEO]

Comments

Causes diffuse hepatitis, other liver changes, and effects on proteins, transaminases, and mitochondrial function in acute intraperitoneal studies of rats; [RTECS] No listed effects of short-term or long-term exposure; Contact with skin or eyes may cause redness and pain; Inhalation may cause cough, shortness of breath, and sore throat; [ICSC]

Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure

0.38 mm Hg

Explanatory Notes

The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Combustible liquid, n.o.s."

Category

Description

Sources/Uses

"An industrial solvent." [ChemIDplus] Used as a solvent for lacquers and coatings; [CAMEO]

Comments

Causes diffuse hepatitis, other liver changes, and effects on proteins, transaminases, and mitochondrial function in acute intraperitoneal studies of rats; [RTECS] No listed effects of short-term or long-term exposure; Contact with skin or eyes may cause redness and pain; Inhalation may cause cough, shortness of breath, and sore throat; [ICSC]

Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure

0.38 mm Hg

Explanatory Notes

The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Combustible liquid, n.o.s."